Avid Tutor

Position: AVID TUTOR 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR (3 POSITIONS AVAILABLE)
AVID TUTOR  SCHOOL YEAR (3 POSITIONS AVAILABLE)

Position Type:

Classified Instructional Support/AVID TUTOR

Date Posted:

6/4/2026

Location:

WILSON COLLEGE PREP

Closing Date:

OPEN UNTIL FILLED

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Phoenix Union High School District No. 210

4502 North Central Avenue

Phoenix, Arizona 85012

Equal Opportunity Employer

POSITION TITLE:

AVID Instructional Assistant

DIVISION:

Curriculum

WORK YEAR:

Temporary/9 month

DEPARTMENT:

General Elective

LOCATION:

Schools

SALARY

SCHEDULE:

Temporary/Support Services

DEFINITION:

Under the leadership of the site AVID Coordinator and administrator, the AVID Instructional Assistant performs instruction related services; works directly with students and AVID elective teachers. Performs job related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

* Determine the focus of and conduct tutorial sessions that underscore the principle of collaborative learning and the practice of students teaching other students through discussion of class and text notes.

* Work with students in any phase of the writing process, such as brainstorming, clustering, read arounds, revision, and editing.

* Guide students with strategies to shoulder the responsibility for their own active learning that they will become accustomed to using independently.

* Reinforce the idea that learning extends far beyond mere studying to form the basis for long term accomplishments.

* Maintain familiarity with students' textbooks and materials and AVID classroom resources so to assist with teaching students study skills and other aspects of college preparation.

* Evaluate student binders, including calendars, class and textbook notes, and learning logs.

* Acknowledge the individuality of all AVID students and work to develop their academic and personal pride.

* Assist the AVID coordinator as requested, such as contacting teachers regarding course outlines and assignment schedules, helping with field trips, contacting parents, etc.

* Assist in developing a resource file of enrichment materials for use in tutorial sessions.

* Communicate regularly with the AVID coordinator/teacher regarding student progress, tutorial plans, and areas of concern.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* High school diploma or G.E.D.

* Enrolled and maintains enrollment at a college or university while employed OR currently has a college or university degree.

* Effectively demonstrate: oral and written communication skills; advocacy for students; responsibility to AVID coordinator/teacher.

* Good command of the English language as well as basic knowledge of the subject that is being taught in the program.

* Ability to communicate and work effectively with staff, students, and parents.

* Experience with computer hardware and software, audio-visual and other instructional equipment.

* Second language preferred for ELL assignments.

* Must possess a valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint clearance card within 90 days of employment.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Site Administrator

SUPERVISION GIVEN:

None